Attorney Mike Mastracci shares Dr. Paul Wanio’s tips for understanding guilt in divorce:
Nobody’s perfect and that’s OK.
Everyone makes mistakes, even when they’re doing their best.
Divorce is like death in that you and your children need to grieve for the losses divorce entails. Be there for your children, listen to them and try to be understanding. Let your children know it’s OK to have strong emotions and encourage them to talk about them.
Negative comments made by your child may be an expression of distress, not criticism. Blaming you is a coping mechanism.
Accept that change never happens as quickly as you’d like it too. Be patient.